Next generation BMW 1 series is expected to launch to the public at some point this year, and the company’s local product boss is hinting at a revived product line that will surge in value.
“The current car is a small car but I think our focus is [for the new one] will be price and specification,” said Brendan Michel, head of product and market planning at BMW Australia. Car expert.
“We’ve started working on it and hopefully people will be surprised when we announce it [the details].”
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‘F70’ series prototype 1
Like related 2 Series Active Tourer as X1 And X2 before it, the BMW 1 Series 2025 There will be a fairly significant generational overhaul in terms of technology, using the existing UKL2 front-wheel drive platform.
The main changes are expected to be a move to BMW Operating System 9.0 for the infotainment software, running new Google-based software instead of the existing models’ Linux-based interface.
This new infotainment setup allows for more digital and app-based features and services, specifically access to more and more add-ons through the Google Play store.
You can also bet on the ‘F70’ 1 Series offering BMW’s latest suite of driver assistance systems, as well as an electrified powertrain – expect 48V mild-hybrid petrol and diesel options , with plug-in hybrid and battery-electric versions expected at some point as well.
BimmerPost forum users ynguldyn – who claims to have compiled leaked information from sources within BMW – recently published specifications of new generation hatchbacks; also note that the electric i1 will enter production in March 2028.
The wheelbase of the new 1 Series is expected to remain unchanged at 2670mm, suggesting the ‘new’ model could feature a heavily revised version of the current car’s UKL2 platform.
Currently in Australia, the 1 Series is offered in 118i, 128ti and M135i xDrive variants. Diesel versions are also available in select foreign markets, but no electrified versions are currently offered.
Prices start at $54,800 excluding on-road costs for the base 118i M Sport model and rise to $76,700 plus on-road costs for the range-topping M135i xDrive model.
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Current ‘F40’ 1 series
According to Mr Michel’s comments, BMW Australia may be looking to sharpen its pencils to keep up with current trends the Audi A3 Base price 50,600 USD. It was below the current starting level of $61,900 Mercedes-Benz A-Class.
If not, we could see the 1 Series retain a similar price but with a higher level of standard equipment. As it stands, the current 118i lacks standard equipment such as adaptive cruise control and leather seats.
Further details will come to light soon and the new 1 Series is expected to also be followed by an overhauled 2 Series Gran Coupe – stay tuned Car expert for the latest information.
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